Accounts Receivable Strategist

Job description

Thank you for your interest in careers at AAFP! The American Academy of Family Physicians and its chapters proudly represent more than 124,500 family physician, resident, and medical student members. Family physicians play a critical role in improving the health of patients, families, and communities across the United States. The AAFP is committed to helping family physicians improve the health of Americans by advancing the specialty of family medicine, saving members time, and maximizing the value of membership . Our focus every day is to help family physicians spend more time doing what they do best: providing quality and cost-effective patient care. The AAFP delivers value to its members through each of its strategic priorities. Summary HOURS: Monday-Friday (hybrid) Additional hours as required TRAVEL: Possible 3-5 days travel per year Job Description When you join the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), you are at the center of transforming health care. You are on the leading edge of ensuring family doctors have what they need to adapt, and you are part of a legacy that has been instrumental in improving and advocating for family medicine since 1947. Make an impact that matters. Be Team AAFP. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This position supports the Accounts Receivable function and is responsible for day-to-day accounts receivable operations, including invoicing, cash application, collections support, reconciliation, deferred revenue, and revenue recognition across AAFP programs, products, and services. The role applies established GAAP and revenue recognition guidance, partners with Accounting and IT on process and system improvements, and uses AAFP-approved technologies, including automation and AI-enabled tools, to improve efficiency, accuracy, controls, and audit readiness. When complex or unusual accounting matters arise, this role researches applicable ASC 606 guidance and recommends the appropriate accounting and revenue treatment for review by senior accounting staff. This role is designed for a self-starter with a solid accounting foundation who will deepen expertise in ASC 606, revenue recognition, and accounting systems over time, with mentoring and oversight from senior accounting staff. We are looking for a curious problem-solver who is comfortable learning new systems, improving processes, and growing into more complex revenue accounting work. Other duties as assigned. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DNI REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or a related field — or equivalent work experience. 2–4 years of accounts receivable, billing, collections, and general accounting experience. Hands-on reconciliation experience, including deferred revenue analysis. Working knowledge of GAAP and revenue recognition principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and an accounting/ERP or membership system. Strong written and verbal communication, high attention to detail, and a commitment to data integrity. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to adapt as standards, systems, and technologies evolve. Willingness to use AAFP-approved AI and automation tools in accordance with governance, security, and control standards. Preferred Qualifications 4+ years of progressive accounts receivable and revenue accounting experience. Direct experience applying ASC 606 — identifying performance obligations, allocating transaction price, and determining timing of revenue recognition. Contract review experience evaluating pricing and accounting implications. Audit support experience (internal and/or external). System implementation, testing, or major system upgrade experience. Experience using AI or automation tools to improve accounting workflows. Familiarity with financial/membership and payment platforms. At the AAFP we are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, marital status, religion, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. EEO Employer/Vets/Disabled For the Hearing Impaired our TTY number is: (913) 906-6333 We thank all respondents for their interest in AAFP. Interested in this position? Apply on-line and create a personal candidate account! Current Employees of AAFP - Please use the internal careers portal to apply for positions.